Establish and facilitate best practices achieving economies of scale in the procurement of materials necessary for effective and efficient operations. The Procurement Manager will successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position while demonstrating Vision, Mission and Core Values. Main responsibilities are the following:

• Establish and maintain strong and positive relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, supplier contracts and service level agreements with manufacturers, vendors, suppliers and agents to ensure the highest quality products for lowest possible cost or best competitive price.
• Process purchase orders, requisitions, and other purchasing documents for the purchase of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Schedule and coordinate delivery of materials and equipment.
• Review Bill of Material with Management to determine major buy-outs and subcontracts versus field order/release items.
• Develop Project Procurement Plan in conjunction with Management.
• Lead implementation of supplier optimization and supplier risk management initiatives, along with Continuous Improvement and Lean Activities by conducting supplier and subcontractor analysis, evaluate potential new suppliers and manage the overall supplier qualification process, as required.
• Coordinate and administer material returns, credits and refusals process while ensuring cost efficient handling.
• Coordinates and administers special procurement projects, as required.
• Perform additional duties as directed.
• Operate and implement purchasing software.
• Develop policies and procedures while maintaining terms and conditions.